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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 64 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Athens.62 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar, returning Tue, 23 Mar.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Tue, 23 Mar, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 62 €, select.

Athens.63 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 May, returning Tue, 1 Jun.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 63 €, select.

Athens.63 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 63 €, select.

Athens.63 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 63 €, select.

Athens.63 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Apr, returning Sun, 2 May.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 12 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Sun, 2 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 63 €, select.

Athens.63 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 63 €, select.

Athens.63 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 3 Oct, returning Sat, 5 Dec.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 63 €, select.

Athens.63 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jun.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 63 €, select.

Athens.63 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 May, returning Fri, 7 May.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 6 May, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 63 €, select.

Athens.63 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Apr, returning Sat, 3 Apr.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Fri, 2 Apr, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 63 €, select.

Athens.64 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 5 Aug, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 64 €, select.

Athens.64 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 64 €, select.

Athens.65 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 65 €, select.

Athens.71 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 71 €, select.

Athens.71 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 71 €, select.

Athens.73 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Mar.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Sun, 7 Mar, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 73 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Athens International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Athens International flights are currently cheapest in March.

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Crete Heraklion to Athens International: Alternative routes

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Heraklion to Athens: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	62 €
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	52 mins
Most popular airline	Aegean Airlines
Average flights per week	185

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to Athens International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Crete Heraklion to Athens International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Athens International is 62 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Crete Heraklion to Athens International?

52 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Athens International.

Which airlines fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Athens International?

Aegean Airlines, SKY express and Hahn Air Systems fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Athens International.

How many flights are there a week from Crete Heraklion to Athens International?

As of July 2026, there are 184 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Athens International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Crete Heraklion to Athens International?

The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Athens International is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport on Monday, 22 March 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 52 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Athens International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Athens International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Athens?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Athens is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International with?

Currently, SKY express offers the cheapest flight tickets to Athens International.

Travelling from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Athens International Airport (ATH): what you need to know

The average duration of a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport is 50 minutes.
Athens's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Heraklion.
Take your pick of 86 weekly Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Aegean Airlines is the earliest available. Sky Express operates the last service of the day at 23:25.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your HER to ATH flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Aegean Airlines offers direct flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Athens — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.
Aegean Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering HER to ATH flights, with 79.34% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between HER and ATH include:
- Thessaloniki Airport
- Rhodes Airport
- Kos Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Athens International Airport (ATH)

Right now, 19 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 62 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HER to ATH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from HER to ATH.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport.

Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

When it comes to Crete Heraklion Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Crete Heraklion Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to HER:

Arriving at Athens International Airport (ATH)

If you're coming in on a late Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near ATH:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Athens International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Centauro, Green Motion or Surprice and discover more of Athens and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Athens International Airport around three weeks ahead.

Getting from Athens International Airport (ATH) to central Athens

Athens International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Athens. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Athens International Airport (ATH)

It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Athens. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Athens International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Athens, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HER to ATH in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.

Explore more of Greece

Thessaloniki is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen Athens. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Church of Agia Sofia, Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki and Alexander the Great Statue.
Around 209 kilometres north-west of Athens, Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.